69th Health Ministers Conference Programme

EAST, CENTRAL & SOUTHERN AFRICA

HEALTH COMMUNITY

Taj Pamodzi Hotel, Lusaka, Zambia

19th to 21st February 2020

The East, Central and Southern African Health Community (ECSA-HC) is an inter-governmental

health organization that fosters and promotes regional cooperation in health among member states.

Member states of the ECSA Health Community are Kenya, Lesotho, Malawi, Mauritius, Eswatini,

United Republic of Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia and Zimbabwe.

Vision

To be the leader in health in East, Central and Southern Africa, contributing towards the attainment of

the highest standard of physical, mental and social well-being of the people in the region.

Mission

ECSA Health Community recognizes health as a fundamental human right. As an inter-governmental

organization, ECSA promotes the highest standards of health for the individuals, families and commu-

nities through advocacy, capacity building, brokerage, coordination, inter-sectoral collaboration and

harmonization of health policies and programmes.

HEAD QUARTERS:

157 Olorien, Njiro Road

P.O. Box 1009

Arusha, Tanzania.

Tel: +255 27 254 9362 / +255 27 254 9365

Fax: +255 27 254 9324 / +255 72 254 9392

www.ecsahc.org 2

Main Theme:

Innovation and Accountability in Health Towards Achieving Universal Health Coverage

Sub themes:

Efforts to improve adolescent and young people’s health

Opportunities for achieving water and sanitation health global target equity and access to eye

healthcare in the ECSA region

Innovative approaches towards achieving food safety and improving quality of life

Challenges of substance use and mental health in the ECSA Region

Tackling emerging and re-emerging health threats: A regional One health approach to managing

recurrent outbreaks in the region

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Registration: Tuesday, 18th February 2020

14.00 – 18.00: Registration

Day 1: Wednesday, 19th February 2020

08.00 – 09.00: Registration

09.00 – 10.45: Opening Session (See Separate Programme)

Keynote Address: Innovation and Accountability in Health Towards Achieving Universal Health Coverage – Dr Githinji Gitahi, MBS, Group CEO, Amref Health Africa

10.45 – 11:15: TEA BREAK

11.15 – 13.00: Plenary Session 1:

Report of the 12th BPF and 28th DJCC – DJCC Chairperson

Update on the Accountability Framework for Tracking the Implementation of HMC Resolutions – Ms Lynette Kamau, APHRC

Report on the Implementation of Past Maternal and Child Health Resolutions - Ms. Nomsa Mulima ECSA Secretariat

Nursing Africa to Health: The Challenges and Opportunities for Optimal Nursing Workforce in the ECSA Region (Panel Discussion) – World Bank, ICN, ECSACON, JHPIEGO

Discussion Short Presentation by Female Health Company

13:00 – 14:00: LUNCH

14:00 – 16.00: Plenary Session 2: Equity and Access to Eye Healthcare in the ECSA Region

Equity and Access to Eye Healthcare in the ECSA Region: Progress, Challenges and Opportunities for Universal Coverage - Prof. Wanjiku Mathenge

Universal Eye Health Coverage: Working Together for Better Outcomes in the ECSA Health Community - Dr Aaron Magava, IAPB

Discussion

Opportunities for Achieving Water and Sanitation Health Global Target

Opportunities for Achieving Water and Sanitation Health Global Target – Mr Kumbulani Ndhlovu, SNV Zambia

Opportunities for Achieving Water and Sanitation Health Global Target – Mr Tobias Musonda, Ministry of Water, Sanitation and Environmental Protection, Zambia

Discussion Short Presentation by WaterAid

16.00 – 16.20 TEA BREAK

16.20 – 18.20 Plenary Session 3:

Consultation on the Lancet Commission on Synergies Between Universal Health Coverage, Health Security and Health Promotion

Visit to Exhibition Booths

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ZAMBIA MEDICINES REGULATORY AUTHORITY

What is ZAMRA?

The Zambia Medicines Regulatory Authority (ZAMRA) is a Government Agency established by the

Medicines and Allied Substances Act (No. 3) of 2013 of the Laws of Zambia and is responsible for

regulating the manufacture, importation, storage distribution, supply, sale and use of medicines and allied

substances. The main mandate of the Authority is to ensure that all medicines and allied substances being

made available to the Zambian people consistently meet the set standards of quality, safety and efficacy.

Our Vision:

“To be a leader and center of excellence in regulation of medicines and allied substances”

Our Mission:

“To protect and enhance public and animal health through the regulation of medicines and allied

substances.”

Our Core Values:

Integrity

Efficiency

Accountability

Transparency

Professionalism

Our Goal:

To attain increased adherence to set standards in order to curb the circulation of unauthorised ,

substandard and falsified medicines and allied substances thereby promoting and protecting public and

animal health in Zambia.

For more information, you can contact us at

Plot No. 2350/Off Kenneth Kaunda International Airport Road,

ZAF- KKIA Bypass Route,

P.O Box 31890, Lusaka

Or you can call us on Tel:+260 211 220 429 or

Telefax: +260 211 238 458, or you can

E-mail pharmacy@zamra.co.zm or visit our website@ www.zamra.co.zm or like us on

Facebook, Zambia Medicines Regulatory Authority – ZAMRA or

Contact our Copperbelt Regional office at plot No. 41, Kafironda Drive, Itawa,

P.O .Box 70876, Ndola, Telefax: +260 212 610 522

ZAMRA “Regulating Medicines for Public and Animal Health

Protection”

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08.30 – 11.00: Plenary Session 4: Efforts to Improve Adolescent and Young People’s Health

Adolescent Health in the Context of Universal Health Coverage – Dr J. Tewari, UNFPA

Adolescent Mothers and Preterm Birth: Can an Intrapartum and Immediate Postnatal Care Package Improve Outcomes? The Preterm Birth Initiative East Africa's Implementation Trial in Kenya and Uganda – Peter Waiswa and Jesca Sabiiti, Makerere University/Ministry of Health Uganda

Lessons Learnt in Improving Adolescent Nutrition in Africa – Ms Lucy Murage, Nutrition International

Efforts to Improve Adolescent and Young People’s Health: Perspective from KidsOR—Gareth Wood

Enhancing Inclusivity and Accountability for UHC: An Analysis of the Global Financing Facility for RMNCAH – Josea Rono, E&K Consulting Firm

The Role of Nurses and Midwives in Improving Adolescent Health – Lillian Mwape, ECSACON Zambia

Discussion Short Presentations by Smile Train and SAfAIDS

Innovative Approaches Towards Achieving Food Safety and Improving Quality of Life Food Safety

Innovative Approaches Towards Achieving Food Safety and Improving Quality of Life – Mr Blaise Ouattara, FAO

Innovative approaches and accountability to food safety as our food systems evolve from a policy perspective - Dr C. Namukolo, IFPRI

Discussion

11:00 – 11.20: TEA BREAK

11.20 – 13.00: Plenary Session 5: Prioritizing Challenges for Substance Use and Mental Health in ECSA Region

Prioritizing Challenges for Substance Use and Mental Health in ECSA Region – Dr Chioni Siwo, National Mental Health Coordinator, Zambia

Tackling Emerging and Re-emerging Health Threats: A Regional One Health Approach to Managing Recurrent Outbreaks

Tackling Emerging and re-emerging Health Threats in Africa: The Africa CDC Perspective – Dr Ahmed Ogwell

The Epidemiology and Control Strategies for the 2019 Novel Coronavirus - Dr Shikanga O-tipo, WHO Country Office Zambia

Planning a New Public Health Laboratory and Protecting the Worker on Bio-safety Cabinets - Gregers Chalker, Air Filter Maintenance Services

Discussion Short Presentation by Yashi Life Sciences

Day 2: Thursday, 20th February 2020

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13:00 – 14:00: LUNCH

14:00 – 17:00: Ministers Closed Session

Session on Nursing Africa to Health – World Bank, ICN, ECSACON, JHPIEGO

Session on Tackling Emerging and Re-emerging Health Threats

Enhancing preparedness against infectious diseases in Burundi - Dr Anatole Nkeshimana

Apply Cross-Border Disease Control Initiative to Control Emerging and Re-emerging Infections in East Africa: Lesson from EAPHLNP - Dr Lyndah Makayotto

Joint inter-country efforts in preparedness and response to public health emergencies under the One Health Approach: Lessons from joint efforts of Lesotho and South Africa - The Role of SATBHSS - Mr Khotso Mahomo

Multi-pronged Approach to The Control of Recurrent Cholera Outbreaks: The Experience of Malawi - Dr Kagoli

Preparedness and Ability to Respond to Acute Health Emergencies: Mozambique Experience with Cyclone IDAI 2019 - Dr Maimuna Eusebio Luis

Defeating The Monsters in Public Health: Role of One Health in Managing Disease Outbreak in Tanzania - Dr Vida Mmbaga

Managing the Re-current Outbreaks of Yellow Fever and EVD in Uganda - Past and Future Prospects - Dr Allan Muruta

Optimizing Community Approaches to Tackle Public Health Emergencies: The Case of EBS Experiences and Lesson Learnt in Zambia - Dr Muzala Kapina

Coordinating a Sub-Region to Tackle Acute Heath Threats in Sub-Saharan Africa: The Experience of The Zambia Regional Coordinating Centre of Africa CDS - Dr Victor Mukonka

Drafting of Resolutions and Meeting Report

Day 2: Thursday, 20th February 2020

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Medicines are not just mere molecules but are the means to help people regain Good Health. Care and Compassion should

go hand- in- hand!

This is the pioneering spirit of Yash Life Sciences (YLS), a state-of-the-art transnational pharmaceutical manufacturing

company, well poised to provide much needed support to the region. YLS is a commitment to ensure that Zambia and the

region no longer struggle for essential medicines.

Situated on a sprawling campus in Shimabala, Kafue town on the outskirts of Lusaka, Zambia Yash Life Sciences has the

capacity to manufacture liquid, tablet and capsule formulations in massive quantities in its active phase-1 plant. The long

term expansion will include all dosage forms to cover a vast majority of therapeutic categories.

YLS’s state-of-the-art Quality control laboratory is managed by highly skilled and experienced personnel. YLS wishes to

transform it into a training ground for young scientists and a centre of excellence in regional cooperation.

Lack of medicines is a crisis to humanity which calls for collective approach to solve.

Passionate to the cause, YLS welcomes meaningful engagement with all stakeholders for effective, efficient and sustained

service delivery.

Cooperation and collaboration in manufacturing and delivery of quality essential medicines, capacity building and active

participation in national and regional advocacy programmes are intrinsic to Yash Life Sciences.

Let’s join hands to create an equitable society where healthy and happy populations converge for a singular cause – Health

for All in Africa and beyond Africa!

Africa needs strong institutions and Yash Life Sciences is beckoning to be one of them.

For more details, please contact:

Plot 72503/D Kafue Road, Shimabala, Kafue, Zambia.

+260 966710110 info@yashlifesciences.com v

About SAfAIDS & the “My Choice, Our Choice’ Regional Campaign on Ending Unsafe Abortion in the SADC Region.”

SAfAIDS is a regional NGO with its regional office in Harare, Zimbabwe, established in 1994 and operating across the SADC

region; with Country Offices in Eswatini, South Africa, Zambia and Zimbabwe, and Focal Points in Lesotho, Malawi, Mozam-

bique and Namibia. SAfAIDS mandate is to promote SRH rights, gender equality, the HIV response, and related interlinkages

with other development areas, within a human rights based approach. SAfAIDS, guided by its Vision 2020 Beyond HIV Organi-

sational Strategy (2016-2020) recognizes it expanding regional comparative advantages, leveraging its influencing capacity, tech-

nical expertise and broad positioning in the southern African region, within a human rights-based approach that pivots principles

of Do-No-Harm and Leave-No-one-Behind, and thus:

• Realizes SRHR for ALL, within a sustainable development goals (SDGs) framework

• Achieves gender equality and the empowerment of women and adolescent girls, reducing gender based violence and HIV, and

facilitate gender transformative societies

• Catalyses economic and social development for women, young people and people left behind/key populations

SAfAIDS, through funding support from Sweden Regional SRHR Team, is implementing the 3 and a half year (2018-2021) re-

gional policy and advocacy programme, which seeks to work at the regional level to influence policy in 3 thematic SRHR spheres

of sexual gender-based violence, adolescent pregnancy and unsafe abortion with links to maternal mortality and access to youth

friendly SRHR information and services. Under Strategic Objective 2, the programme seeks to advocate to SADC Member

States to scale up prevention of unintended pregnancies and unsafe abortions among sexually active adolescents by 2021

through employing a number of strategies including developing and rolling out a regional campaign in the SADC region.

The Regional Advocacy Campaign will engage Men and Boys as proponents of ‘My Choice, Our Choice,’ collaborating with

AGYW, on ending unsafe abortions through influencing policy. The core focus of the Campaign is to engage men and boys as

proponents of gender equality, working with adolescent girls and young women (AGYW), towards Ending Unsafe Abortions

among Adolescent Girls and Young Women. Policy makers have a critical role to play in creating the right policy environment

for preventing unsafe abortions among young women. The campaign will engage policymakers in SADC region to understand the

scope and negative impact of unsafe abortion and need to address it through policy change. Adolescent girls and young

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Fostering Regional Cooperation for Better Health

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08:00 – 09:00: Finalization of Resolutions (ECSA Secretariat and DJCC Members)

09:00 – 10:30: Plenary Session 6

Responsive Caregiving for Early Childhood Development (Panel Discussion – AfECN, UNICEF and WHO

Update on Scaling-up Safe Surgery in Rural and District Populations in Africa – Dr Daniel Makawa, Ministry of Health, Zambia

Update on the Cross-border Healthcare Access Study – Dr Freddie Ssengooba – Makerere School of Public Health

Discussion

10:30 – 11:00: TEA BREAK

11:00 – 12:00: Presentation and Adoption of Resolutions

Meeting Closure

LUNCH

END OF HMC PROGRAMME

THE NURSING AND MIDWIFERY COUNCIL OF ZAMBIA

(Nurses and Midwives Act No.10 of 2019)

The Nursing and Midwifery Council of Zambia (NMCZ) is a successor of the General Nursing Council of Zambia

(GNCZ) which was established in 1970 by an Act of Parliament. Consequently, the Council (NMCZ) will be cele-

brating its Golden Jublee on 1st December 2020. Therefore, 2020 is a special year for the nurses and midwives in

Zambia since the NMCZ Golden Jubilee coincides with the year (2020) of the nurse and midwife as declared by the

World Health Organisation (WHO).

The mandate of the Council (NMCZ) is to ensure public protection and patient safety from unsafe nursing and mid-

wifery practices. Furthermore, the Council ensures public confidence in the nursing and midwifery profession

through regulation of the nurses’ and midwives’ professional conduct, education, training and practice.

Therefore, in pursuit of its statutory functions provided for in the Nurses and Midwives Act No. 31 of 1997 which

has been repealed and replaced by the Nurses and Midwives Act No. 10 of 2019, NMCZ is a strategic government

agency, partner and technical arm of the Ministry of Health that greatly contributes to Govement’s efforts aimed at

achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC), Ministry of Health legacy goals and the national health vision 2030

which foresees ‘a Nation of healthy and productive people.’

Day 3: Friday, 21st February 2020

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WaterAid envisions a world where everyone everywhere has access to safe water, sanitation and

hygiene. Our mission is to transform the lives of the poorest and most marginalized people by improving

access to safe water, sanitation and hygiene.

Over the past few years, WaterAid has worked in partnership with the ministries of health and health

actors at the national level and collaborated with various agencies such as WHO and UNICEF to drive

country level action around the achievement of health outcomes.

We work to support programming and policy change at national and international levels to ensure that

the poorest communities gain access to water, sanitation and hygiene services. These three simple things

can have a huge impact on health.

Our key areas of focus within the ambit of health are: (a) WASH in Health Care Facilities (b) Integrating

WASH in Neglected Tropical Disease control and prevention strategies (c) Menstrual Health and

Hygiene Management (d) WASH and Nutrition and (e) Hygiene Behavior Change and how this is further

incorporated in vaccination programs such as Rota Virus etc.

We believe that investing in clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene in homes and healthcare facilities can help prevent diseases such as diarrhoea, cholera and neglected tropical diseases, tackle undernutrition, curb antimicrobial resistance and deliver quality health services that build human capital, strengthens economies, reduces future healthcare costs and contributes to national development.

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Our Legal Mandate The Health Professions Council of Zambia is a Statutory Regulatory Body established under the Health Profes-

sions Act No. 24 of 2009 of the laws of Zambia.

Our shared Vision

To be a leading regulator of health care and training services for public protection.

Our shared Mission

To safeguard the quality of health care services by regulating and monitoring the professional conduct of health

practitioners, health facilities and training institutions.

Our shared Core Values:

Integrity, Innovation, Service Delivery, Accountability, Excellence, Fairness

Goal statement:

“Promoting Compliance in Health care and Training Standards.”

OUR CORE FUNCTIONS IN REGULATING THE HEALTH SECTOR The Health Professions Council of Zambia (HPCZ) is established under an act of parliament specifically: the Health Professions Act No. 24 of 2009 of the laws of Zambia. The HPCZ’s principal functions are as follows:

1. register health practitioners and regulate their professional conduct;

2. license and regulate all health facilities both public and private;

3. accredit healthcare services which are provided by health facilities;

4. recognise and approve training programmes for health practitioners.

OUR CONTACT DETAILS: HEAD OFFICE No. 7 Chaholi Road, Off Addis Abba Drive Rhodes Park, P.O. Box 32554 LUSAKA Land line + 260211236241 LUSAKA OFFICE Plot 8/1330, Enock Kavu Road Rhodes Park, LUSAKA

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For More Information Visit www.surgafrica.eu

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www.satbhss.org For More Information Visit

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SNV Netherlands Development Organisation Headquartered in the Hague, and founded in the Netherlands in 1965, SNV Netherlands Devel-

opment Organisation has a local presence in countries in Asia, Africa, Latin America and an

affiliate office in Washington D.C.

SNV is dedicated to a society in which all people are free to pursue their own sustainable develop-

ment. We make a lasting difference in the lives of people living in poverty through increased in-

comes and access to basic services. We are driven by the Sustainable Development Goals and pledge

to leave no one behind.

Our projects directly benefit millions of people. We create systems change by strengthening institu-

tions and kick-starting markets that help many more to escape poverty beyond our projects.

We apply practical knowhow to create results. We use our extensive and long term in-country pres-

ence to apply and adapt our top notch expertise in Agriculture, Energy and WASH to local con-

texts.

We are proud to be a not-for-profit organisation that uses project financing to implement our mission.

This requires us to work efficiently and to invest in operational excellence.

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Essential nutrition training for your Front Line Workers

Why invest in Nutrition capacity for frontline health workers?

• They form the first and most critical contact for all nutrition services at the community and health facility

level.

• Most of the FLW cadres lack the competency, knowledge and skills required to deliver quality nutrition

services.

• To improved quality of nutrition service delivery; reduced disease burden and hence the cost of health care.

In ECSA region, malnutrition is a major driver of poverty and inequality. It is attributed to nearly 60% of

all infant deaths in most of ECSA members’ states.